Author: Sally Eubanks
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Why AI Has Not Killed the Freelance Writing Industry (And Probably Never Will)
When AI writing tools like ChatGPT exploded onto the scene, many freelance writers feared the worst. Articles warned of the end of writing careers. Clients flirted with AI-generated blog posts. The future looked shaky. But here’s the twist: the freelance writing industry is still standing—and in many ways, it’s getting stronger. This post explores why…
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Passive Voice Walked Into a Bar: A Grammar Joke Breakdown
Let’s get real—grammar jokes are the literary version of dad jokes. They’re punny, they’re groan-inducing, and somehow still make you feel smart because you caught them. Like a secret handshake for word nerds. Today, we’re stepping into the territory of grammar puns from bars—because nothing says better learning than a clever joke and maybe a…
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The Everything Guide to Chicago Style Citations
If you’re a student, researcher, or writer working in history, literature, or the arts, chances are you’ll need to use Chicago Style at some point. Specifically, the Notes and Bibliography system—a powerful, flexible format that uses footnotes and endnotes to credit sources while keeping your text clean and readable. In this guide, you’ll learn how…
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Fahrenheit 451 and the Fight Against Censorship in the Digital Age
ay Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 stands as one of the most enduring, unsettling, and eerily accurate novels of the 20th century. First published in 1953, this dystopian landmark hasn’t lost its edge. If anything, its relevance has only sharpened with time. The book’s lasting grip on readers isn’t just about its dystopian premise—it’s the way Bradbury…
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The Mechanical Marvels of the Tang Dynasty: How Ancient China Mastered Automation
The author’s fascination with the Tang Dynasty began in college and evolved into a deep admiration for its innovations, especially automatons that mimicked life. The Tang era, celebrated for its cultural brilliance and engineering feats, highlighted the artistry of mechanical devices used in court banquets, religious themes, and entertainment, influencing future generations.
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Why Your Spellcheck Hates You: Common Spelling Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Let’s face it—English is a language that looks like it lost a bet. Between “their,” “they’re,” and “there,” and rogue silent letters showing up like uninvited party guests, it’s a miracle any of us can spell at all. But here’s the good news: most spelling mistakes aren’t signs of low intelligence. They’re just the result…
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Is Fourth Wing Worth the Hype? An In-Depth Review of Rebecca Yarros’ Fantasy Hit
Spoiler Warnings Ahead! When Fourth Wing first blazed onto the scene, it felt like the ultimate case of hype run amok: dragons, dark academia, deadly trials, enemies-to-lovers tension, betrayals layered like a dagger to the gut, and a heroine caught between survival and rebellion. I was skeptical. In the age of viral BookTok sensations and…
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